Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County, Inc. · 15 hours ago
Attorney (Veterans/Family Law)
West Palm Beach, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expThe Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County is a nonprofit charitable law firm dedicated to ensuring equal access to the justice system for low-income residents. They are seeking an Attorney to represent veterans in family law matters, providing legal consultation, education, and representation to support their transition to civilian life.
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Responsibilities
Represents clients before judicial tribunals in a full range of family law matters
Conduct interviews of clients at the office or elsewhere
Investigates and develops cases, including conducting necessary interviews and consulting appropriate agencies and resources
Counsel and advises clients in legal matters
Negotiates on behalf of clients
Drafts letters, memos, pleadings, briefs, and other legal documents and written materials
Develop specialized skills and knowledge in at least one (1) area of law handled by the Legal Aid Society
Remains current on new developments in the law which affect Legal Aid clients and Veterans
Performs legal research
Maintains accurate and complete records and files regarding cases
Makes referrals and follows up referrals of clients to appropriate alternative or additional sources of assistance
Conducts full financial discovery on client’s behalf
Develops and maintains relationships with the Palm Beach County Bar Association
Assists in the development and execution of community education projects and activities
Serves on community, bar, and county committees where feasible
Attend staff and other meetings in the community as assigned
Develops and maintains relationships with social service agencies
Provides community training on areas impacting veterans and caregivers
Maintains confidentiality of all information handled
Comply with all agency policies and procedures
Works with other staff members to form a positive, supportive team atmosphere
Must work the days and hours to perform all assigned responsibilities and tasks and be punctual and timely in meeting all performance requirements, including but not limited to, attendance standards and work deadlines
Must maintain courteous, professional and effective working relationships with employees and clients of the organization
Assists the Executive Director and/or supervisor with special projects, assignments and any additional duties as deemed appropriate or as needed
Qualification
Required
Doctor of Jurisprudence (J.D.) from A.B.A. accredited law school
Member of the Florida Bar or pending
One or more years of legal experience, or clinical experience
Excellent verbal and written skills
Knowledge of the Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure
Dependability, initiative, motivation, and concern for interests of clients
Strong, positive interpersonal skills
Good judgment and organization
Commitment to remain in position for at least two (2) years
Ability to work independently and responsibly
High ethical standards
Preferred
Spanish speaking preferred, but not mandatory
Benefits
Vacation leave earnings equal 2.4 weeks a year (beginning the first of the month after 30 days of employment) and increases to 3 weeks a year after two years of employment.
Sick leave earnings equal 2.4 weeks a year (beginning the first of the month after 30 days of employment).
13-15 paid holidays per year (depending on court schedule).
Health, dental and vision insurance (beginning first of the month after 30 days of employment).
Employer paid short-term disability/long-term disability and life insurance (beginning first of the month after 30 days of employment).
Employer matches up to 3% of 401K plan contribution (eligible after one year of service).
Salary paid bi-weekly by direct deposit.
Mileage and reimbursements processed weekly.
Law school student loan repayment assistance for eligible individuals.
Company
Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County, Inc.
The Legal Aid Society was founded in 1949 with a mission of providing equal access to our judicial system to the disadvantaged living in Palm Beach County.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase